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Knowledge Who Was Moses

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Understanding who the author of Genesis is the first important step to undertake. Though, many liberal scholars and theologians subscribe to the JEDP hypothesis this paper will not give credence to this revisionist theory. Therefore, the author of Genesis was Moses and with that knowledge who was Moses; and what was the cultural context of the author.

Thus, let us briefly look at what is known about Moses. Moses was born in Egypt and born to very humble beginnings. During the time of Moses birth, the Jews were enslaved by Egypt. Thus, the Jews were in desperate need of a leader. Though, few would have assumed that Moses would be that great leader; his story is one of God’s divine mercy and plan. Rabbi Menachem Posner, states that Moses is

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